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Forum: Commuting
07-16-14, 11:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,918
Posted By ACrowe25

Strava works.

Strava works.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-14, 08:29 AM
Replies: 3,798
Views: 186,587
Posted By ACrowe25

I commute everyday, just don't post in this...

I commute everyday, just don't post in this thread everyday as you guys would get bored :) Commute is about 11-12 miles both ways, through a beautiful MUP within a park and about 1 mile along a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-01-14, 09:16 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,772
Posted By ACrowe25

The first week I starting riding, I had two...

The first week I starting riding, I had two squirrels literally jump into my spokes and bounce off 1-2 feet backwards. They were dazed, but both ran off. Since then, I've ridden directly at them,...
Forum: Commuting
07-01-14, 08:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,754
Posted By ACrowe25

I commute 6 miles each way through some hilly...

I commute 6 miles each way through some hilly stuff, on all days. I'm not a "fair weather" commuter, I don't melt. Therefore, waterproof/resistant is absolutely necessary if you're the same (as I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-14, 09:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,430
Posted By ACrowe25

I ride a Trek 7.2 fx... this years model. I added...

I ride a Trek 7.2 fx... this years model. I added some origin 8s drop bars to it, allowing for more hand positions and I love it. Great for everyday commuting, good and bad weather.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-20-14, 12:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,866
Posted By ACrowe25

Do you use Strava? I find it helps for training...

Do you use Strava? I find it helps for training purposes...

Make a segment of said hill, do repeats, or maybe just find a short path back to the bottom of the hill (I have nice little park that...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,511
Posted By ACrowe25

I'll be "upgrading" to a road bike in the next...

I'll be "upgrading" to a road bike in the next couple months, want to take the search slow and find one I fall in love with. That bike will only be used to ride, not locked up etc. Therefore, I'll...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-14, 11:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,511
Posted By ACrowe25

Well, looks like there goes that idea. Found a...

Well, looks like there goes that idea. Found a good way to search the forum, read some threads, and realized it's just not worth it to deal with rain/theft on a $100 saddle.
Forum: Commuting
06-20-14, 09:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,511
Posted By ACrowe25

Brooks Saddle

I'm looking to replace my stock saddle (trek 7.2fx) with a brooks b17.

My only concern is the... leather. I want leather, but not the water problem of leather lol. But I want leather more :)
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-14, 03:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,483
Posted By ACrowe25

Sweat is good for you! I do the exact same thing...

Sweat is good for you! I do the exact same thing lol. I don't have showers, so I come in and wet some paper towel with cold water to cool off a couple times, dry it off, change, and then do the same...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-14, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,650
Posted By ACrowe25

The humidity is what kills me, better then snow...

The humidity is what kills me, better then snow though so I'm not complaining.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-14, 09:04 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,585
Posted By ACrowe25

Just started on this journey from 260. Been...

Just started on this journey from 260. Been seesawing back and forth when I go super hard/hard diet etc. and end up going back to a higher weight after being low, so I'm taking it slow.

I would...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-14, 10:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,287
Posted By ACrowe25

LOL I love how the Ped seems to just agree with...

LOL I love how the Ped seems to just agree with him... you weren't using a crosswalk.... yeah you're right have a good day lol.
Forum: Commuting
06-18-14, 08:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,341
Posted By ACrowe25

LOL! I was clearly just generalizing that group...

LOL! I was clearly just generalizing that group of people (by group not anyone specific just well all know those types of bike snobs--- I don't read here enough to know who they are) who are... bike...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-14, 07:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,341
Posted By ACrowe25

It's the nature of the "forum". People who come...

It's the nature of the "forum". People who come here are serious about cycling... With a good chunk of them doing it for years, spending lots and lots of money. They don't want to feel that their $...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-14, 10:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 43,732
Posted By ACrowe25

I run mine at about 85 or just below.

I run mine at about 85 or just below.
Forum: Commuting
06-17-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,772
Posted By ACrowe25

Kryptonite U lock package that included the thick...

Kryptonite U lock package that included the thick wheel. Look up on youtube how to properly lock up a bike with u-lock. Through frame and back wheel to a slide object (u-lock) and thick cable through...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-16-14, 07:53 AM
Replies: 242
Views: 9,480
Posted By ACrowe25

Update: MTD: 215 miles Goal: 500 miles ...

Update:

MTD: 215 miles Goal: 500 miles

This is the most I've every ridden in a month well, because I only have a YTD of 384 miles, and a Lifetime to Date of... 384 miles :lol:

Been working...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-14, 07:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,972
Posted By ACrowe25

yes, I considered it. I'm a bigger guy, with...

yes, I considered it.

I'm a bigger guy, with wide shoulders... so to be honest these fit pretty nicely. This install/tape job was just "for the time being" so I could figure some things out. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,052
Posted By ACrowe25

http://i61.tinypic.com/o8f914.jpg My trek...

http://i61.tinypic.com/o8f914.jpg

My trek 7.2 with origin8's drops.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-14, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,972
Posted By ACrowe25

http://i61.tinypic.com/o8f914.jpg Thanks for...

http://i61.tinypic.com/o8f914.jpg

Thanks for the opinions guys! This is how she rolls now.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-14, 06:17 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 14,002
Posted By ACrowe25

This is ME exactly. Except I know I would...

This is ME exactly.

Except I know I would end up with N+1.

I commute everyday, year round, and don't melt in rain/snow. My hybrid was cheap ($530 or so) and therefore I don't mind taking her...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-14, 06:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,942
Posted By ACrowe25

I have the same question, as I do the exact same...

I have the same question, as I do the exact same thing, as Darwin says he does, with my hybrid commuter...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-14, 06:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,972
Posted By ACrowe25

The origins and bar tape are in house, not...

The origins and bar tape are in house, not looking to buy something else at this point. Just looking for opinions for how to go about using them.


A.) Remove grips completely, fully wrap both...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-14, 05:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,972
Posted By ACrowe25

Hybrid Bike and Bar Tape

So, I have a trek 7.2fx.

My origin8 bolt on drop bars and fizik bar tape has shipped and is sitting here.

My trek 7.2fx grips are terrible IMO. They're constantly turning in all directions,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-11-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 9,480
Posted By ACrowe25

Been working a lot lately, so for the past couple...

Been working a lot lately, so for the past couple days have only been able to get in my 10 mile commute. Well, I guess I lied. I was able to ride 10-11 miles on monday in addition, but not riding...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-10-14, 08:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 6,147
Posted By ACrowe25

Congrats OP! I'm also from MI (Ann Arbor)...

Congrats OP!

I'm also from MI (Ann Arbor) and a new guy here. Only complaint I have is don't sell yourself short! I too thought I wouldn't be able to get a long ride or two in, boy was I proven...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-14, 12:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,528
Posted By ACrowe25

I went with the Trek 7.2 FX after really deciding...

I went with the Trek 7.2 FX after really deciding the same thing you are and haven't looked back (in terms of the hybrid).

I did/do wish I had purchased a road bike... But, I think it'll be...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-14, 05:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,915
Posted By ACrowe25

Thanks for the responses guys, Now one...

Thanks for the responses guys,

Now one question (may have missed it) is a tube "a tube"? Are cheap tubes GTG or so I spring for some name brand (which I don't know any name brands lol).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-14, 08:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,915
Posted By ACrowe25

Flat Kit Preperation

Hi,

I'll admit my ignorance. I just am getting into cycling "for real". Rode bikes while younger, never had a flat. Prior to recently haven't been going too long of distance that I would be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-07-14, 08:17 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 9,480
Posted By ACrowe25

That's awesome! Way to put in the work today. ...

That's awesome! Way to put in the work today.
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MTD: 120 mi (1st time goal: 400 mi)

6/1: 5.6 mi
6/2: 20.3 mi
6/3: 20.5 mi
6/4: 29.9 mi
6/5: 10.3 mi
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-14, 08:46 PM
Replies: 242
Views: 9,480
Posted By ACrowe25

I guess my first real (outside intro) post should...

I guess my first real (outside intro) post should be an achievement.

Bigger guy here (250), just getting into cycling for real the past couple of months on my Trek 7.2 fx. Commuting 14 miles/day...
Forum: Living Car Free
06-05-14, 08:23 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 52,863
Posted By ACrowe25

2.3 miles to Kroger, using the fast route :p ...

2.3 miles to Kroger, using the fast route :p

Unfortuantly, it's all "blew up" from construction. So, it's not longer as fast lol.
Forum: Introductions
06-04-14, 07:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By ACrowe25

Michigan (New) Commuter Here!

Hey all,

Just joined over here. Little about myself, just got into cycling and only have 250 miles or so on my new trek 7.2 fx... But I love it! Been about a month, haven't been able to ride as I...
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